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Congressman Young Congratulates Rep. John Dingell on Becoming the Longest Serving Member of Congress Ever

WASHINGTON, DC – Alaskan Congressman Don Young released the following statement today in recognition of his dear friend and colleague Rep. John Dingell (D-MI) becoming the longest serving member of Congress ever:

Congressman Young stopped by Rep. Dingell's office on the eve of his milestone to wish him congratulations.

“I first met John Dingell long before I came to D.C. In 1960, he visited Fort Yukon, Alaska, where he met with our local community about a potential energy project in the region. A World War II vet and member of the ‘Greatest Generation,’ John has had an impact on scores of major legislation passed through Congress over the past six decades, and he truly is a legislator’s legislator.

“John has never been afraid to reach across the aisle, and his many years in public office have taught him that ‘Compromise is an honorable word,’ and all of us in Washington should follow his lead.

“When I came to the House in 1973, we soon became fast friends, and I have enjoyed his friendship ever since. Now a lot has changed since then, but John’s work on behalf of his district in Michigan, and his passion for legislating remains as fierce as when I met him over 50 years ago. It has been an honor and pleasure to serve with him the past 40 years, and I look forward to many more years roaming the halls of Congress with my dear friend from the Great Lake State. Congratulations John.”